Arriva is a leading European passenger transport partner, operating in 11 countries across the UK and Europe. We employ around 35,000 people and deliver more than 1.5 billion passenger journeys each year, connecting people and communities safely, reliably, and sustainably. With strong roots dating back to 1938, Arriva has an ambitious growth and sustainability agenda. In 2024, the business was acquired by I Squared Capital, a global infrastructure investment fund manager, supporting Arriva’s next phase of development. We are on an ambitious finance transformation journey, implementing Oracle Fusion Finance to modernize and streamline our finance operations. We’re looking for a hands-on Project Manager to join our Transformation team and drive the delivery of this critical programme until May 2027. This role is about getting things done. You will lead the day-to-day management of the Oracle Fusion Finance implementation, ensuring tasks are completed, issues are resolved, and the programme delivers a high-quality, compliant finance solution. You’ll work closely with finance stakeholders, technical teams, and delivery partners to keep the programme on track, making sure we meet our business, regulatory, and reporting goals. This is a hybrid role with a minimum of three days per week in either our Sunderland or London office, giving you the flexibility to work where you can deliver best for your customers while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Direct responsibilities: 1. Programme Delivery & Governance Manage day-to-day delivery of the Oracle Fusion Finance programme in line with agreed governance, controls, and delivery methodology. Support the Programme Director in maintaining programme objectives, scope, and delivery roadmap. Own and maintain the integrated programme plan covering all Finance workstreams. Ensure compliance with programme governance, risk, audit, and assurance requirements. 2. Finance Workstream Management Coordinate delivery across Oracle Fusion Finance modules including GL, AP, AR, FA, Tax, Planning and Reporting. Ensure finance design aligns with target operating model, chart of accounts, accounting policies, and statutory reporting requirements. Manage dependencies between Finance, Data Migration, Integrations, Reporting, and Security workstreams. Support resolution of finance-specific design and delivery issues. 3. Planning, Reporting & Financial Control Maintain detailed plans, milestones, and dependencies. Track progress against key milestones including design sign-off, build, testing, and close readiness. Support programme budget tracking, forecasting, and financial reporting. Produce high-quality reporting for Programme Director, Steering Committee, and Finance leadership. 4. Stakeholder Management Act as a key interface between Finance leadership, business SMEs, IT, and implementation partner. Support engagement with key stakeholders and process owners. Prepare and coordinate materials for Finance design authorities and executive governance forums. Enable timely decision-making by presenting clear options, impacts, and recommendations. Chair relevant committees for example weekly programme status review groups. 5. Risk, Issue & Dependency Management Identify and manage programme-specific risks including accounting compliance, reporting, data quality, and close readiness. Maintain Finance RAID logs and escalate material issues to the Programme Director. Coordinate mitigation actions across Finance and cross-programme workstreams. 6. Testing, Cutover & Go-Live Support Support planning and execution of Finance testing phases (SIT, UAT, Month-End / Year-End close testing). Coordinate Finance inputs into cutover, data migration, and reconciliation activities. Support go-live readiness, hypercare planning, and early life support for Finance users. What we'd like from you: We welcome applications from individuals who are passionate about delivering finance transformation projects and implementing Oracle Fusion Finance solutions that improve processes, reporting, and overall business performance. You will enjoy working collaboratively with stakeholders, navigating complex finance systems, and using your expertise to drive tangible outcomes. Candidates will preferably: Have strong programme or senior project management experience, ideally on Oracle Fusion Finance implementations. Have proven experience delivering Finance modules and supporting finance transformation lifecycles. Possess solid understanding of finance processes, including record-to-report, procure-to-pay, and order-to-cash. Understand chart of accounts design, accounting structures, statutory reporting, and controls. Have experience supporting month-end and year-end close in ERP implementations. Be able to translate complex finance and system issues into clear, executive-level reporting. Demonstrate strong facilitation, coordination, and communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical requirements into actionable plans. Be highly organised, delivery-focused, and detail-driven, with the ability to manage ambiguity and keep projects on track. Show a collaborative mindset with a strong sense of ownership and accountability. It would also be beneficial if candidates: Hold PRINCE2, MSP, PMP, or equivalent project management qualifications. Have a finance or accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA). Have experience working within complex or multi-business organisations and managing multiple stakeholders. Have supported or delivered change in finance systems during organisational transformations, mergers, or acquisitions. Finally, we’re looking for candidates who align with Arriva’s values and are passionate about developing people, supporting growth and helping to build the future leadership pipeline across the organisation. The closing date for applications is Tuesday 31 March 2026. Arriva Group reserves the right to close this vacancy early.